Publisher's Synopsis
""When All Ships Failed: A Story Of St. Raymond Of Pennafort"" by Ernest, Brother is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of the life of St. Raymond of Pennafort. Set in the 13th century, the book follows the journey of St. Raymond, a Spanish Dominican friar who becomes a prominent theologian and canon lawyer. The story begins with St. Raymond being summoned by Pope Gregory IX to help with the codification of canon law. He is tasked with organizing and compiling the laws of the Church into a single text, which would become known as the Decretals. Along the way, St. Raymond faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including opposition from other theologians and the threat of violence from political leaders. Despite these challenges, St. Raymond perseveres and eventually completes the Decretals, which become a cornerstone of canon law and a vital tool for the Church. Along the way, he also performs numerous acts of charity and becomes known for his wisdom and compassion. ""When All Ships Failed"" is a gripping and inspiring tale of faith, perseverance, and the power of one person to make a difference in the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church or the lives of the saints.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
